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Lauvet d'Ilonse from Col de la Sinne
8.41 mi
+2,142 ft
-2,113 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Ilonse (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very fine walk in the middle country of the Alpes Maritimes, alternating between open views and coniferous forests. The 360° panorama from the Lauvet d'Ilonse is well worth the diversions: you can see the whole of the Mercantour and the main peaks of the mid-country.
Mont Pepoiri, Petoumier and Lacs de Millefonts
12.11 mi
+5,696 ft
-5,669 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Valdeblore (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a beautiful circuit that allows you to discover the Baus de la Frema and Mont Pétoumier with incredible views of the Argentera and Gélas massifs, then the Lacs de Millefonts with the final climb to Mont Pépoiri, which offers an extraordinary panorama of the entire Mercantour and the middle country.
Mont Ponset and Cime de Paranova
10.85 mi
+6,578 ft
-6,552 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Belvédère (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a beautiful circuit that allows you to discover the valleys of Gouitrous and Ponset, including the Lacs de Prals, Mont Ponset and the Cime de Paranova. You will see many chamois and marmots throughout the circuit.
Cime del Lausfer and Cima Tesina loop
12.86 mi
+6,900 ft
-6,909 ft
11h 55
Very difficult
Departure from Isola (Alpes-Maritimes)
This magnificent French-Italian hike allows you to discover the middle and upper reaches of the Mercantour: pastures, ungulates, lakes and panoramic views. This hike has a significant elevation gain and includes an exposed section between the Pas du Bœuf and the Col de la Guercha: not recommended for anyone who is afraid of heights or unsure-footed in the mountains.
Cime Nègre and Mont Mounier
13.74 mi
+5,679 ft
-5,699 ft
11h 15
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée (Alpes-Maritimes)
This trail allows you to discover a little-visited valley in the Mercantour: you can see marmots and chamois here. The landscape is very varied, alternating between coniferous forests, meadows and ridges which, in good weather, offer views of the peaks of the Mercantour, Queyras and Écrins.
Tête de Bresse and Cime de Fremamorte via the Vallon de Salèse
13.14 mi
+5,072 ft
-5,062 ft
10h 30
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a beautiful French-Italian circuit, partly off-trail (Visorando app or GPS recommended), which allows you to discover different landscapes: the Boréon forest, high-altitude lakes, mineral landscapes and magnificent views of the surrounding peaks.
Mont Bego and Grand Capelet
12.32 mi
+6,532 ft
-6,526 ft
11h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Belvédère (Alpes-Maritimes)
This magnificent circular will take you to the two main peaks of the Vallée des Merveilles: Mont du Grand Capelet and Mont Bego. You will encounter numerous chamois around the Pas de l'Arpette and Lac Autier.
Around Mont Férion
11.25 mi
+4,977 ft
-4,977 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
A hike through the ‘Moyen Pays’ region between the villages of Levens and Coaraze, passing via Mont Férion. It mainly takes place in woodland with a few clear views over the Coaraze and Var valleys.
Mont Vial from Malaussène
12.02 mi
+4,524 ft
-4,518 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Malaussène (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful route through the ‘moyen pays’ region, offering the chance to explore the village of Malaussène, the forest and the ridge of Mont Vial. The 360° panorama from Mont Vial is sublime, with views of both sea and mountains.
Cime de Piagu
11.88 mi
+5,249 ft
-5,233 ft
10h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
A magnificent mid-mountain hike offering a variety of landscapes: the village of Saint-Martin-Vésubie, the Boréon forest and, finally, a rocky landscape with a 360° view of the surrounding peaks.